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Comparison: Matador MP 44 Elite 3 vs. Nexen N blue HD Plus (2026)

Matador MP 44 Elite 3Budget
MatadorMatador

MP 44 Elite 3

R15 – R16
VS
Nexen N blue HD Plus
NexenNexen

N blue HD Plus

R13 – R17
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In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Slovakia (Matador) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Nexen). Matador is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally, Nexen summer tyres are slightly better rated (65%) than Matador (22%). But when it comes to comparing Matador MP 44 Elite 3 and Nexen N blue HD Plus, the rating is the same - 0%. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2018 195/65 R15 test, where both the MP 44 Elite 3 and the N blue HD Plus were tested. See more mutual tests below.

Test Profile

Matador
MP 44 Elite 3
Nexen
N blue HD Plus
Number of tests
2
10
Best position
#22
#1
Average position
22.5
13.6
Latest test
2018
2021
Available sizes
25
440

Dimensions and prices

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Mutual tests

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2018195/65 R15View
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2016205/55 R16View

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